Welcome to WattLiving — Edinburgh campus

Upcoming events

19th May 2026 | 12:30pm

Tuesday Soup Lunch

Soup for only £1

26th May 2026 | 12:30pm

Tuesday Soup Lunch

Soup for only £1

02nd Jun 2026 | 12:30pm

Tuesday Soup Lunch

Soup for only £1

Moving out of halls?

A Guide to Cleaning Your Halls

Keeping your residences clean is super important...

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Your moving out checklist

Making moving out that much easier

Joining us in September?

Your Welcome Week countdown has begun, so start getting excited for life at Heriot Watt

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Your private accommodation guide

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How to find flatmates

Where to start when moving into private accommodation

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Student-only vs private rented accommodation

The essential guide to living off-campus

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Need an accommodation reference?

Request yours for private renting in Edinburgh next year

More stories

Where to get the best 'Café Brio'che

The continental-style café

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Applications for 2026/27 are now open!

Lock in your accommodation application

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Noise levels in halls

Keep it down to keep the peace

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Looking for extra support with your studies?

Make the most of the Skills Hub

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Resources and tools to help you study for exams

Make studying fun! 📚

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Arrivals Day at Heriot-Watt Edinburgh

First moments, new faces and life on campus begins

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House Hunting 101

When to start looking and where to look

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Become a Heriot Watt Digital Creator

Get e-vouchers and digital comms experience!

3 easy 'clear your fridge' recipes

Moving out of uni? Don't waste what's in your fridge.

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What if it's meningitis?

Knowing the symptoms and what to do if you think you have it

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Little things to consider whilst living on campus

Top tips on becoming the best flatmate

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Why you should call campus ‘home’ for another year

Apply early and secure your spot

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Hanna's favourite places to go on a rainy day

To warm up and get cosy 🌧️☕️

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Lockable Bike Storage at Christina Miller

🚲 A safer way to keep your bike safe in halls

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What to eat on campus

Tasty and affordable meals all around campus

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Full list of cafés on campus

From iced coffee, to fresh cakes, and everything in between

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Cleaning tips – room inspection edition

Having a tidy space boosts our productivity and mood too

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Room and kitchen Inspection

What to Expect

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Visiting the ResLife hub?

We’re asking everyone to do a quick check-in when you visit

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My favourite spots to de-stress on campus

Some of my top spots to check out on our campus

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Rosie's Blog: How I manage my mental health

Everyone should feel they can talk about their mental health